scholarly journals Minimally invasive percutaneous plate osteosynthesis for the treatment of proximal humerus fractures in osteoporotic patients with Philos plate

2013 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 140-145
Author(s):  
Ram Ji Lal Sahu
Keyword(s):  
Minimally Invasive ◽  
Proximal Humerus ◽  
Plate Osteosynthesis ◽  
Medical Science ◽  
Functional Results ◽  
Autogenous Bone ◽  
Proximal Humerus Fractures ◽  
Philos Plate ◽  
Humerus Fractures ◽  
A Prospective Study

Introduction: To investigate the effect of minimally invasive percutaneous plate osteosynthesis for treatment of proximal humerus fractures in osteoporotic patients with philos plate. Methods: A prospective study was conducted at Department of Orthopedics, M.M.Medical College, Mullana Ambala, from July 2005 to November 2010. A Total of 108 cases of proximal humerus fractures were treated with minimally invasive percutaneous plate osteosynthesis with philos plate. According to Neer classification, 89 cases had two part fractures, 19 had tree part fractures. Results: All the 108 cases were followed up ranging from 12 to 18 months with an average of 14 months. Radio graphically, union was observed in 92 patients at the end of 10 weeks. In 10 patients, times to union were 16 weeks. Six patients underwent autogenous bone grafting because of nonunion after 16 weeks. The mean Constant-Murley score was 86 (range 74-92). The functional results of the shoulder, according to Muley scores, were classified as excellent in 85.15% cases, good in 9.25% cases and fair in 5.55 cases. Conclusion: Minimally invasive percutaneous plate osteosynthesis for treatment of proximal humerus fractures in osteoporotic patients with philos plate shows good results and less complication. Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science Vol. 12 No. 02 April’13 Page 140-145 DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/bjms.v12i2.14941

scholarly journals Functional outcome of proximal humerus fracture treated with proximal humerus interlocking system plating

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (5) ◽  
pp. 936
Author(s):  
Hemeshwar Harshwardhan ◽  
Buddhi Prakash Verma
Keyword(s):  
Proximal Humerus ◽  
Functional Results ◽  
Bony Union ◽  
Proximal Humerus Fractures ◽  
Excellent Outcome ◽  
Medical College ◽  
Satisfactory Outcome ◽  
Philos Plate ◽  
Humerus Fractures ◽  
A Prospective Study

<p class="abstract"><strong>Background:</strong> Proximal humerus fractures account for 4-5% of all fractures. They are the commonest fractures in elderly population, which ranks the third, after hip and distal radius fractures respectively. Displaced fractures treated by pinning, cancellous screws, intra-medullary nails, proximal humeral plates and hemiarthroplasty. The proximal humerus interlocking system (PHILOS) plate is anatomically contoured and the threaded screw heads are locked into the threaded plate holes which allow early rehabilitation. The aim of this study is to evaluate results and complication of PHILOS.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Methods:</strong> This a prospective study, conducted at JLN Medical College, Ajmer from 1st January 2017 to 31st July 2018. 36 patients of displaced proximal humerus fractures were included and operated at hospital with PHILOS plating. We evaluate Intra-operative events, post-operative radiological evaluations and bony union by NEER’S score and complications.<strong></strong></p><p class="abstract"><strong>Results:</strong> Functional results according to NEER’S score were found that out of 36 patients, 11 patients (30.5%) had excellent outcome, 19 patients (52.7%) have satisfactory outcome, 3 patients (8.33%) had unsatisfactory outcome and 3 patients (8.33%) had poor outcome.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Conclusions:</strong> Internal fixation of proximal humerus fractures with use of PHILOS yields reliable results when utilized correctly. To achieve gold standard results, early physiotherapy is must which can only be done by stable fixation, ORIF with PHILOS provides more stable construct with anatomical reduction.</p>

scholarly journals Minimally Invasive Plate Osteosynthesis for Proximal Humerus Fractures: A Retrospective Study Describing Principles and Advantages of the Technique

2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 ◽  
pp. 1-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Riccardo Luigi Alberio ◽  
Matteo Del Re ◽  
Federico Alberto Grassi
Keyword(s):  
Minimally Invasive ◽  
Proximal Humerus ◽  
Plate Osteosynthesis ◽  
Humeral Fractures ◽  
Radiographic Evaluation ◽  
Minimally Invasive Plate Osteosynthesis ◽  
Proximal Humerus Fractures ◽  
Greater Tuberosity ◽  
Humerus Fractures ◽  
The Mean

Background. The aim of this study was to evaluate the clinical and radiographic results after minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis (MIPO) for proximal humerus fractures. Potential advantages of this approach include the easier exposure of the greater tuberosity and the limited surgical dissection around the fracture site. Materials and Methods. From October 2011 to March 2016, thirty-nine patients (32 women, 7 men) with a mean age of 64.9 years (range: 48–80) were surgically treated with the MIPO technique for proximal humeral fractures. According to Neer classification, there were 12 two-part, 24 three-part, and 2 four-part fractures and 1 two-part fracture-dislocation; the AO/OTA system was also used to categorize the fractures. The Constant-Murley (CMS) and the Oxford Shoulder (OSS) Scores were used to evaluate shoulder function. Results. Thirty-four patients were available for clinical and radiographic evaluation at a mean follow-up of 31.8 months (range: 12–54 months). All fractures healed and no postoperative complications occurred. Full recovery of pretrauma activities was reported by 27 patients, while 7 patients presented mild functional limitations. The mean absolute CMS was 75.2 (range: 55–95), the mean normalized CMS was 90.5 (range: 69–107), and the mean OSS was 43.7 (range: 31–48). The only statistically significant correlation was found between the female gender and lower absolute CMS and OSS. Radiographic evaluation revealed varus malunion in 4 cases and valgus malunion in 1 case, while incomplete greater tuberosity reduction was detected in 4 cases. All malunions were related to inadequate reduction at time of surgery and not to secondary displacement. Conclusions. MIPO for proximal humeral fractures is an effective and safe surgical procedure. The limited tissue dissection allows minimizing the incidence of nonunion, avascular necrosis, and infection. The technique is not easy, requires experience to achieve mastery, and should be reserved for selected fracture patterns. In our experience, the main advantage of this approach consists in the direct access to the greater tuberosity, thus facilitating its anatomic reduction and fixation.

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